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Managing Infected Lesions

Determine the treatment of infected skin lesions including ulcers, cellulitis and lymphoedema

CPD 9.0 hours accredited learning

Learning format Self-paced online, start anytime

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Overview

The "Managing Infected Lesions" course provides healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills to effectively manage various types of infected lesions, including venous ulcers, diabetic ulcers, pyoderma, and cellulitis. The course covers diagnostic tools, such as biopsies and Doppler studies, as well as treatment options, including compression therapy, skin grafting, and advanced varicose vein treatments like sclerotherapy and laser ablation. Participants will gain practical insights into the identification and treatment of both common and complex skin infections, improving patient outcomes through evidence-based care.

Meet your presenter

Dr Peter Milne

MBBS

Vascular, Endovascular & Laser Surgeon, Melbourne Vascular Surgery Unit, Cabrini Medical Centre, Victoria

Dr Peter Milne originally trained in general surgery but has specialised in vascular surgery since 1977. Peter was trained in Cardiovascular Surgery at the Methodist Hospital, Houston, Texas and in Vascular Surgery at Royal Melbourne and Epsom District Hospitals. He established the Melbourne Vascular Surgery Unit in 1985.

Peter’s expertise and special interests include aneurysm repair by open surgery and endovascular means, and carotid surgery for stroke prevention with carotid artery stenting. He also performs limb bypass surgery as well as minimally invasive techniques of angioplasty and stenting. Another speciality of Peter’s is varicose vein treatment by surgery, laser and sclerotherapy including embolisation for pelvic congestion.

CPD hours

Education hours4.0

Reviewing performance hours5.0

Total CPD hours9.0

Accreditations

Royal Australian College of General Practitioners

Accreditation number: 1433395

Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine

Accreditation number: 38278

Short course fee

$295

Course includes:

Focused learning on a specific clinical topic
Practical knowledge for everyday practice
Led by experienced clinicians
Lifetime access to course materials

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9.0 CPD Hours
9.0 PDP Hours

Counts towards

Professional Certificate of Clinical Procedures

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